Early Morning Gatwick Express Services Introduced In Weekend Trial
Passengers travelling to and from Gatwick Airport will benefit from new early morning weekend Gatwick Express services as part of a trial aimed at improving airport connections.
The new trains, operated by Gatwick Express as part of the Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) network, are designed to make it easier for customers travelling on early morning departures or arriving on late-night flights.
The trial follows GTR's move into public ownership in May and forms part of a wider programme of improvements focused on the passenger experience.
Under the new timetable, an additional service will leave London Victoria at 03:40 on Saturdays, while a new train will depart Gatwick Airport at 04:35 on Mondays.
Gatwick Express has also introduced a range of new customer benefits, including access to fast-track airport security and discounted airport lounge entry for its passengers.
Louis Rambaud, GTR's Chief Customer Officer, said:
"These new customer enhancements are part of our wider strategy to drive growth to key airports on our network."
Rail Minister Lord Peter Hendy added:
"These additional overnight Gatwick Express services will make a real difference to people arriving late or travelling for early flights - connecting them straight to the capital.
"Alongside contactless ticketing at every London airport, we're building a railway that works for passengers and drives growth across the country."
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